POLICE found two knives during a weapon search of a Chelmsley Wood park.
As part of Sceptre week officers from the Chelmsley Wood neighbourhood team carried out a sweep in Meriden park.
The team was joined by Street Watch, and following patrols and searches, two knives were recovered.
Sgt Jahan from Chelmsley Wood Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “We know all too well the devastating consequences of knife crime and we’re working incredibly hard all year round to drive down these offences and take these weapons off our streets.
“These two knives off the streets are potentially lives saved.”
Throughout the week West Midlands Police also conducted weapon sweeps in woodland and other secluded areas, delivered sessions at schools and colleges about the dangers of knife crime and the consequences of carrying these weapons.
The force also placed the knife arch at locations throughout the borough and have been checking in on those who may be breaching legislation around the sale of knives by carrying out test purchases at selected shops.
Officers also been conducted stop and searches.
Operation Sceptre is the national campaign to tackle knife crime.
Anyone who spots something suspicious should contact police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to stay anonymous.
In an emergency, always call 999.
